What is Brain Gym and How Does it Work?

What is Brain Gym?

Brain Gym is a form of Educational Kinesiology that involves a set of movement activities and exercises used to stimulate brain function, thereby encouraging learning. Brain Gym has proven particularly effective with children: the movements are simple and ‘wake-up’ the brain without causing stress or injury. Brain Gym is a practical, hands-on form of self-help and can be used by just about anyone.

How Does It Work?

Brain Gym to integrate the left and right sides of the body and brain which creates balance in the body. The way these movements are designed is to encourage the two hemispheres of the brain to work better together, thereby enhancing a wide variety of cognitive functions.

When our brains are balanced, our whole body follows suit. Brain integration can drastically improve certain abilities (such as improve your reading speed) to revitalising our body’s natural healing mechanisms, restoring our health and improving overall wellbeing.

Brain Gym can help you improve the following:

• Concentration and Focus
• Memory
• Creativity
• Communication Skills
• Decision-making abilities
• Academics: reading, writing, maths, test taking
• Self-esteem & Coping abilities
• Physical Health
• Physical coordination
• Relationships
• Self-responsibility
• Organization skills
• Attitude

Who is it for?

Every person can stand to benefit from Brain Gym! Even if you consider yourself balanced, inside and out, it can only enhance your abilities and sense of equilibrium. It is designed for anyone who wishes to be more relaxed, or create harmonious relationships at home and work and to apply more of their potential in study or sport. Brain Gym has proven particularly effective with children, especially those with learning disabilities and other special needs. Brain Gym is also a useful tool to use n a corporate environment: some companies use these exercises to encourage better communication skills and to reduce stress in an office environment.